研客专栏 | 焦煤：熊市未尽，斜率趋缓

Core Viewpoint - The recent rebound in coking coal prices is driven by improved trade relations between two countries and a sharp recovery in coking coal prices, which has exceeded market expectations. The sustainability of this price increase needs to be evaluated based on marginal changes in the market [1]. Group 1: Mongolian Coal Supply Changes - The dismissal of Mongolia's Prime Minister has raised concerns about potential changes in coal export policies, with some market participants anticipating a 20% increase in coal export resource tax [2]. - Currently, there are no adjustments to Mongolia's coal policies, but the supply of Mongolian coal is expected to decrease due to the high cost of coal and recent price drops [2][4]. Group 2: Domestic Coking Coal Supply - Domestic coking coal supply remains high, but there has been a slight reduction in production due to some major mines cutting output and minor private mines reducing production due to losses [5][6]. - The average profitability of coking coal mines is under pressure, with some mines nearing breakeven points, indicating that significant supply reductions may require further price declines [6][8]. Group 3: Demand Observations - Despite concerns about seasonal declines in steel demand, iron output remains high at around 2.4 million tons per day, supporting strong procurement of raw materials [9][10]. - The price of thermal coal has stabilized around 619 RMB/ton, with significant year-to-date declines, which may provide some support for coking coal valuations as the consumption season approaches [11]. Group 4: Coking Coal Market Summary - The overall trend indicates that while demand for coking coal may have peaked, supply reductions are marginal and primarily driven by low valuations. The recent price surge is seen as a correction rather than a reversal signal [12].